Gardener

Summerset Retirement Villages; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Southern Cross Health Essentials보험

Paid Birthday leave.

Discounts at a range of suppliers.

Job summary

Summerset Retirement Villages in Palmerston North is seeking a passionate Gardener to maintain and enhance our village grounds, from caring for plants and seasonal planting to lawn mowing and hedge maintenance.

You will take pride in creating beautiful outdoor spaces for residents and visitors, bringing a love of gardening and a friendly, resident-focused approach. This is a full-time, Mon-Fri role.

Qualifications

• You'll bring your love and deep knowledge of gardening along with some proven experience to our team.
• You'll have a genuine passion for creating beautiful outdoor spaces and have a warm, friendly personality always happy to chat with our residents.
• You'll be a team player who can also work independently, managing your time effectively.
• Being well-organised, efficient, and physically fit will help you thrive in this hands‑on role.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance the village grounds, including plants, bedding and seasonal planting.
• Perform lawn mowing, landscaping and hedge maintenance.
• Create and maintain attractive outdoor spaces for residents and visitors to enjoy.

Skills

Gardening

Grounds maintenance

Independent worker

Team player

Time management

Physical fitness

Communication

Job description

Company Description:

At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it's the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger - to bring the best of life to our residents.

Job Description:

We're looking for a passionate and dedicated Gardener to join our team. You'll play an important role in maintaining and enhancing the beautiful grounds of our Palmerston North village, from caring for plants, pruning, bedding and seasonal planting, through to lawn mowing, landscaping and hedge maintenance. You'll take pride in creating and maintaining attractive outdoor spaces for our residents and visitors to enjoy.

You'll have a passion for gardening and grounds maintenance, an eye for detail, and take pride in keeping gardens and outdoor areas looking their best throughout the seasons.

This is a permanent full-time role, and working Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.30pm.

Qualifications:

You'll bring your love and deep knowledge of gardening along with some proven experience to our team. You'll have a genuine passion for creating beautiful outdoor spaces and have a warm, friendly personality always happy to chat with our residents

You'll be a team player who can also work independently, managing your time effectively. Being well-organised, efficient, and physically fit will help you thrive in this hands‑on role.

At Summerset, we believe diversity strengthens our team and enriches the care we provide. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life.

Additional Information:

Summerset's known for its excellent benefits and strong sense of values around care, teamwork and drive for excellence. With some of the best benefits in the sector, some of these include:

• Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance (up to 75% off doctors, dentists, physio's etc).
• Paid Birthday leave.
• Discounts at a range of suppliers.

Next Steps:

Applications for this role will close on the 26th of November. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications.

Palmerston North Village